Master of Public Health

Program Details

Introduction

This programme aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to enable them to address relevant issues with public health academics, researchers and practitioners. It covers the whole breadth of public health, encompassing low, middle- and high-income countries. According to the World Health Organization each year, 15 million deaths are attributed to non-communicable diseases including cardiovascular diseases (like heart attacks and strokes), cancers, chronic respiratory diseases (such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma) and diabetes. The need to consider the wider determinants of health to support people to stay well and healthy is the essence of public health. The Master of Public Health programme is designed for graduates or experienced health professionals who want to develop their knowledge of public health. The programme will be delivered through experienced expert academic staff with a focus on professional practice, equipping them for a successful career in the public or private sector, or a role as an academic researcher.

Entry Requirement

General Entry

• A related Bachelor’s Degree

OR

• A related Graduate Diploma at Level 8

Alternative Entry:

• 25 years old, completion of a related Level 5 qualification, and 7 years of relevant experience (of which 3.5 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 5 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Programme.

OR

• 25 years old, completion of a related Level 6 qualification, and 6 years of relevant experience (of which 3 years of experience is obtained after completion of a Level 6 qualification), and completion of an MQA approved Pre-Master’s Programme.

Program Structure

Module Name1. Introduction to Public Health2. Epidemiology and Disease Control3. Health Planning and Promotion4. Health EconomicsExit with Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health5. Leadership in Public Health6. Qualitative Research Methods in Health7. Quantitative Research Methods and Analysis in Health8. DissertationAward Master of Public Health

Program Fees

Course fee: MVR 4,199 per month x 15 months